Addison's SOS - Sanctuary of Support Addison's SOS - Sanctuary of Support for people with Adrenal Insufficiency and Addison's Disease Here when you feel lost, concerned, puzzled or poorly. Choose the section that suits the way you are feeling today and find out the support we have on offer for you. Feeling unwell Call 999 and follow the instructions on our emergency page if you're experiencing adrenal crisis symptoms. Be Prepared Emergency Injection for Adrenal Crisis Sick Day Rules for general illnesses COVID-19 Guidance Emergency page Adrenal Crisis Guidelines - print out Preparing for a hospital admission Currently in Hospital Visit our hospital admission page and ask for a friend or relative to support you by: - Explaining you are steroid-dependent, show your Steroid Emergency card, surgical guidelines or other relevant publications. - Bring in a hospital folder, containing info inc your current medication list and ADSHG publications. - Bringing in salty snacks or other items that help you feel comfortable. - Visit our online forum for support and to talk things through. Take some time out to read the many personal stories on our Blog or read our latest Magazine. Coping with difficult feelings or emotions Visit Mind's Help Page if you feel unsafe or need support with your mental health. Read about your wellbeing and adrenal insufficiency Coping with emotional stress Reducing the stress of a long-term condition Talking to family & friends Talk to people who understand through The Wren Project's listening service Words for feeling better or worse Read advice from Mind about how to manage loneliness Read personal stories on our Blog or chat direct on our online forum. Awaiting a diagnosis? If you believe you might have adrenal insufficiency, talk through your symptoms with your GP. Take our Diagnosing Addison's Disease: A Guide For GPs with you to help shape the conversation. Unsure which type of adrenal insufficiency you have? Want to know more? Read our introduction to Addison's disease and adrenal insufficiency. Try browsing our A-Z which is packed with all sorts of useful information about adrenal insufficiency, or type a word into the search box in our menu to find related topics. View and download for free all ADSHG publications Wanting to improve the care you receive from healthcare professionals? Working with your GP practice Share and discuss our ADSHG resources at your next appointment Information for Healthcare Professionals Free GP Training module Appointments tips & Consultation Guide Awareness & education posters Ask if your Trust uses the 4E to support patients: Engage, Educate, Equip & Empower PALS - NHS advice & support The Patient Advice and Liaison Service (PALS service) offers confidential advice, support and information on health-related matters. Newly diagnosed? Many of our members can relate to some of the feelings you are experiencing right now and had similar questions to ask. We're here to help! To get you started visit our newly diagnosed page. Be Prepared! Learn about steroid cards, medical alert ID and see #ShareYourKit examples from others. Visit our Blog to read personal experience stories Watch our YouTube videos on managing adrenal insufficiency and adrenal crisis Browse our A-Z or type a word into the search box in our menu to find related topics. Chat to others on our online forum. Balancing multiple health conditions? Organisations that support people with other autoimmune conditions Chat to other people with adrenal insufficiency along with other conditions on our online forum. Visit our Blog to read personal experience stories from others living with adrenal insufficiency. Coping with adrenal insufficiency as a young person or carer of a young person? Visit our Children and Young People support pages. Watch our CoMIC YouTube videos on managing adrenal insufficiency and adrenal crisis - all under 2 minutes! Read our blog for personal experiences from children to university Chat with other parents or young people on our online forum. Facing work or financial difficulties? When An Employee Has Addison's Information for Employers Citizens Advice: check what benefits to claim if you’re sick or disabled Scope - Equality for Disabled People: online advice & helpline Turn2Us: benefits calculator to find out what benefits you can claim Free charity membership We offer support for those who can't afford ADSHG membership - read more Caring for someone? Charities that support carers Having trouble accessing help? Accessibility Guide for our ADSHG website Many of our printed / online publications are available in plain text versions and transcripts of our videos can be sent on request. Finding things on our website Try browsing our A-Z which is packed with all sorts of useful information about adrenal insufficiency, or type a word into the search box in our menu to find related topics. Unable to get out and about? Chat to other people with Adrenal Insufficiency in our online forum. Contact us if you're unable to find the help you are looking for. Live abroad? 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